What to do · Vác and Nagymaros
Memento Mori, the Mummies of the White Friars' Crypt
Information
- Duration
- 45 min
- Season
- All year, Wednesday to Sunday
- Who it's for
- Adults and teenagers; it can upset small children
What it is
Beneath the White Friars' church, on the main square, the town buried its inhabitants from 1731 to 1801; afterwards the crypt was walled up. It was rediscovered in 1994, during the restoration of the church, and the cold, stable air had naturally mummified the bodies: 264 remains, with their painted coffins, clothing, jewellery and burial objects. It is the largest and best preserved of the crypt burials found in Hungary. The Tragor Ignác Museum shows a selection at Március 15. tér 19.
Opening hours
- Wednesday and Thursday, from 10:00 to 17:00.
- Friday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 18:00.
- Telephone: +36 30 555 7620. The official listing does not publish prices: ask at the ticket office.
Frequently asked questions
Is it suitable for children?
For teenagers, yes; it may upset small children.
Is it open on Monday?
No, Wednesday to Sunday.
With teenagers
